http://www.FBody.com/ FBody.com 3gen live feed en-us Copyright FBody.com jhogan@txstock.com http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74646 sorry about the bad spelling ... well, my winter project is to tackle the rust on the car and redo all of hte stock-old undercoating underneath. i began by pulling up the carpet, after taking out the seats, center console, radio, moving wires, etc. i looked around online,carpets for the pass cabin go for under $200, so i think i s they can be for sale! -- img://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a375/IROCZman15/newsiguse-1.jpg http://www.freewebs.com/iroczman15/ [ Edited on 11/17/2009 @ 21:18:59 ] 2009-11-19 22:44:40 IROCZman15 2 34 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74646#74648 -1-1--2009 7: 2:2: PM IROCZman15 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74642 just lost my speedometer....never skipped or bounced around,just went straight to zero,odometer stopped too. just looking for the best place to start looking for the problem, hate to tear the dash apart to find out it was the vss in the tranny or vice versa any similar problems or ideas let me know thanks 2009-11-17 16:10:07 KauaiZ28 3 47 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74642#74645 -1-1--2009 5: 1:6: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74635 well i know i posted this in the anything goes section too but maybe u guys would understand better.. since the car was painted over 2 years ago, i have wanted to do some stripes on it, not the original silver and black ones that run along the ground effects, but something similar.. but not too radical.. my father is a graphic artist so we worked together and came up with a pretty good set of hood and lower door/fender stripes that resemble the original look, but also highlight the hood l 2009-10-23 09:55:23 IROCZman15 4 214 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74635#74641 -1-0--2009 11: 0:9: PM IROCZman15 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74628 Does anyone know where I can get a wiring harness or jumper so that both fans will come on at the same time. I have replaced radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan motors and switches. She still runs way too hot unless I have the A/C on and both fans are running. I want to wire it so when 1st fan comes on, they both run. Thanks... -- 87 IROC 350 TPI, 700R4 W/Shift Kit. Completely stock for now with the exception of shift kit. img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/12/web/708000-708999/7084 2009-10-19 14:13:03 iroczman87 6 275 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74628#74640 -1-0--2009 7: 1:4: PM Calaban007 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74562 who is still in the game? ive been playin on mine, did the fuel pump,and cut a nice panel for quick change.stainless steel panel from maint shop at werk,painted and bolted down, made life easy.been drivin her a little bit lately,runnin good for an old girl. just bought some new headliner fabric, im gonna pull it out this weekend hopefully. ill also do the sail panels 2. waitin on a glass spoiler from hawks, hopefully they will ship it this week. also, ordered new pre cut 20% tint , as the o 2009-09-11 18:49:57 GOATS2QUICK 27 465 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74562#74630 -0-9--2009 11: 1:8: AM iroczman87 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74285 Well i have been on a search for a particular camaro. I want a 91 or 92 z28 camaro, ttops, 305, 5sp., gotta be red.g92 option. Closest one i found so far, is 2k miles away. Im in Greenville sc. anyone know where on might be. I mean if it were an RS i could prob find one across the street, but a z28, forget it. -- img://a625.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/76/m_32b911d9710457bd1c90c0c2df62c2c0.jpg 2009-09-11 18:17:05 Bruzer 9 776 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74285#74629 -0-9--2009 11: 1:8: AM iroczman87 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74560 Someone needs to post in here! Id post how-to swap a fiero R/P in but I cant post pics yet 2009-09-07 20:20:29 Pocket 8 305 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74560#74625 -0-9--2009 7: 2:0: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74565 I have the motor and transmission out of the POS TA and tomorrow I ll start pulling the motor out of the Formula. So after a few years, this thing is going to be moving again. So a quick question, is it quicker to pull the engine and trans or just the trans. Is it really that hard to get to the upper and mid bolts on the back of the engine? Should i go at them from the top? Bottom, or with a lot of extensions from the rear? Advise. Jon, Jeremey. -- Being rebuilt, It'll take a w 2009-09-06 23:15:03 roubenbird 12 353 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74565#74619 -0-9--2009 6: 2:3: AM Shift http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74611 Lets play a little game with this ad http://www.thirdgen.org/techboard/engine-drivetrain-parts-sale/541003-complete-tpi-system-off.html Name 5 of the 6 blatantly obvious things that prove this was an Fbody setup rather than a vette, and it was an 87 setup vs 89 The filter box thing doesnt count as he states it 2009-09-06 22:03:54 Pocket 2 228 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74611#74617 -0-9--2009 6: 2:2: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74113 So I got my plates finally, but have been swamped with school, work, family and life. Today I had some free time so I got busy. Here are the plates on my mock-up engine in the incredibly messy garage They started as cardboard templates then 1/4 ! An issue to address when I upgrade I suppose. img://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s98/Pocket_004/Blowers/HPIM1751.jpg Today I made a tray for the drivers side blower. A drill press and a vice would have made this job cake. Oh well, I made due anyw 2009-09-06 21:56:39 Pocket 64 1209 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74113#74616 -0-9--2009 6: 2:1: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74589 Hi All! I have an 87 Trans Am GTA with the digital dash and the odometer display has dimmed right down. All other displays are working fine (the tach, the speedo, the gauges and the control center) but the odometer display is not. I can see it but it is very dim... is this an easy fix?? (Like maybe replacing a light bulb...) Any help would be appreciated! Thanks! 2009-08-18 20:08:26 lionstring 2 230 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74589#74591 -0-8--2009 6: 2:0: PM GOATS2QUICK http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74575 Ok, there are dozens of reasons people swap steering components. I really dont care what theirs are, heres why I did it Pros: Weight, the stock center link and tie rods weigh as much as the whole rack. The box and PS pump total just over 50 lbs I dont need Manual, I dumped the PS pump so I needed something manual and a S10 box would just mean Im lazy Space, this fits tight under the balancer out of the way of everything when I lay the radiator back Cost, this was off a Fiero I scrapped bu 2009-08-09 23:33:16 Pocket 4 320 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74575#74583 -0-8--2009 9: 2:3: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74543 I was thumbing through hawksthird gen website. Wouldnt that be cool to own something like that. I saw he had a dyno, and charges like $100 an hour for tuning. I actually been there before, was like camaro and firebird heaven. Anybody ever thought about doing something like that. -- img://a625.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/76/m_32b911d9710457bd1c90c0c2df62c2c0.jpg 2009-07-05 02:03:42 Bruzer 2 396 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74543#74545 -0-7--2009 5: 0:2: AM GOATS2QUICK http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74532 i found one for sale for off of a 91 chevy tbi truck, does anyone one know if it will fit the camaro? 2009-07-01 21:16:21 Remdog 4 395 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74532#74540 -0-7--2009 1: 2:1: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74431 Hey guys gotta problem again with the car. Engine started to run like there was a miss to it when it gets heated up. I shut the car off and it runs fine when i start it back up. Also it started to back fire after i accelerated rapedly and let off throttle. I started to run a little diagnosis and found that the engine started to run smoother when I disconnect the #2 Injector and stopped back firing. So the next thing that I looked into was if it had the right injector in the #2 spot(which it 2009-06-30 17:38:17 91gtaws6 8 516 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74431#74537 -0-6--2009 18: 1:7: PM roubenbird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74524 ok so my shitty 305 took a crap. either way my buddy had a built 307 he had and now im swappin it in. everything looks like it should fit ok exept my flywheel... my car is a 5 speed. what can i do? the 307 is out of a 68 nova and i am on a budget. could i possibly drill new holes in the flywheel to match the crank? i could imagine my flywheel cracking if i do that but would it work? if not, what flywheel should i get where i could still use my starter and clutch and pressure plate.. or just the 2009-06-29 22:25:11 mbloodfeast 8 363 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74524#74533 -0-6--2009 17: 2:2: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74522 asked this question on anything goes, didn s? 2009-06-27 20:52:32 KauaiZ28 1 393 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74522#74523 -0-6--2009 15: 2:0: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74486 Just wanted to say hi. I ll post pics soon. It has a 350 roller engine with an LT1 intake, XFI cam and few other goodies. :) -- 1990 Formula 350 [ Edited on 06/07/2009 @ 14:59:35 ] 2009-06-26 15:37:12 Hanielj 4 368 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74486#74521 -0-6--2009 14: 1:5: PM Remdog http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74487 Hello, I have a Formula with a 350 and LT1 intake, among other things. However, I made my own CAI with a flexible corrugated tube and a cone filter. I think it works but I think it is pulling too hot air in. Besides it s not the best looking. I saw this on ebay and it definitely looks better than mine, plus it pulls colder air. Any opinions? Thanks http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SLP-COLD-AIR-INTAKE-TRANS-AM-GTA-TPI-K-N-RARE_W0QQitemZ270403726650QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Access 2009-06-17 16:06:39 Hanielj 5 491 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74487#74512 -0-6--2009 5: 1:6: PM DZ http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74509 Just letting you guys know, I am picking up a 1989 black v6 camaro tommorow and will begin stripping it. If anyone needs any parts I will be posting in the classified s available. I need alot of parts off it, but there should be some good stuff left. -- img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/4/web/580000-580999/580144_36_full.jpg [ Edited on 06/11/2009 @ 03:06:55 ] 2009-06-12 12:46:36 1988irocz 2 417 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74509#74511 -0-6--2009 12: 1:2: PM Calaban007 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=67292 Well since i got bashed on my last thread about a 305 small block, I was just wondering who all thinks that the 350 tpi, better than the base model 305. -- 1990 RS Camaro V6 and slow as sh*$ 1986 Firebird 305,4bbl Edelbrock,w/5sp 1996 SS Cavalier--the only SS Cav ever made 2009-06-10 19:01:35 Bruzer 211 10110 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=67292#74507 -0-6--2009 10: 1:9: AM roubenbird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74491 pump crapped out, are the stock ones from advance or auto zone any good? i see people talk about the walbro pumps, but my 5.7 ltr is stock, so i dont need anything overkill. any suggestions? -- gta 350 tpi img://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq153/goats2quick/new002.jpg img://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq153/goats2quick/new001.jpg 2009-06-09 23:39:13 GOATS2QUICK 5 362 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74491#74502 -0-6--2009 9: 2:3: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74321 i was just wondering is there any difference between an 88 lo3 and an 89 lo3 and the computers even the same? 2009-06-09 20:14:59 Remdog 33 704 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74321#74500 -0-6--2009 9: 2:0: AM roubenbird http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74478 Anyone know where to get a wiring diagram for intalling radio? 1991. -- Mike 91 RS (Work in progress) Nice little 355, 700R4, Torsen w/ 3.42s, T-Tops http://www.myspace.com/mikefindlay44 2009-06-01 17:21:55 44duff 2 339 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74478#74480 -0-6--2009 1: 1:7: AM 44duff http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74461 https://www.ramairhood.com/store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=18 I got the upgraded K N filter from this site and i was going to built my own box but that hasnt really worked out to well. And they want for the flexible hose to connect the MAS to the air box, the Air box itself plus shipping like 270 bucks! and i mean it looks good but is there even that much of a gain that its worth almost 300 bones? and is there an alternative site somewhere for a hell of a lot less? -- img://memimage.car 2009-05-30 18:53:59 blade369 4 423 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74461#74477 -0-5--2009 18: 1:8: PM Calaban007 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74450 i found this universial electric water pump at summit, http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?part=MRG-4333 Any one try this and have any opinions about it, or try any other electric water pumps? Just curious because im looking at doing this soon. -- img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/12/web/600000-600999/600709_139_full.jpg 2009-05-29 01:18:55 blade369 6 416 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74450#74474 -0-5--2009 17: 0:1: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74469 I cant get my bird to start. I changed the fuel pump and filter. I have spark and fuel pressure at the rails..it cranks fine but she just wont fire off. I have a new battery, starters good, gas in the tank..she wont fire off. I had a code 42, took the chip out, reinstalled, and the code is gone...no new codes. Fuel pump kicks on for 2 sec during start, then turns off(like its supposed too)...she just wont fire off....wtf? I had the module under the distributer tested..its good..chang 2009-05-27 00:24:19 kato37 3 397 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74469#74472 -0-5--2009 15: 0:0: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74247 I hope I m not the only one who remembers the old TH400 transmissions. You know how they would shift into second even if you left in low? Does a 700 do that? -- Mike 91 RS (Work in progress) Nice little 355, 700R4, Torsen w/ 3.42s, T-Tops http://www.myspace.com/mikefindlay44 2009-05-22 21:26:53 44duff 15 751 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74247#74468 -0-5--2009 10: 2:1: PM GOATS2QUICK http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74452 HELP ME! ok so i got another f-body and i lost my licence as soon as i got it, so it sat outside all winter and i go to start it up, starts right away. then all the sudden its overheating so i look, no coolant. i fill it up, its all pouring right out of the freeze plug on the passenger side. the one above the motor mount, it popped out. so what do i gotta do to put it back in? i know the motor mount has to come out, but do i gotta completley lift the engine? do i gotta undo both motor mounts to 2009-05-20 19:07:12 mbloodfeast 4 411 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74452#74464 -0-5--2009 8: 1:9: PM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74406 ok im new to this site, i dont know much about building engines and working on cars but its something i have always wanted to do, i plan on buying an 82-92 Iroc and i want to put an LS1 motor in it, and i know its not that simple, i know i have alot of things to consider, but if there is anyone out there that has any knowledge of this swap please hit me up and school me to the ways of the F-body, i would like some advice thanks you can also reach me at narcaffiliate1@yahoo.com 2009-05-10 23:52:28 dasone 13 687 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74406#74456 -0-5--2009 10: 2:3: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74439 how rare is a 1983 firebird convertible? i found one for $1000 and plan on buying it. is that a good deal? 2009-05-10 08:26:39 85transam1 3 421 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74439#74447 -0-5--2009 10: 0:8: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74443 So i have usually used MSD 8.5mm super conductor wires and have been pretty pleased, but its time for new wires, and im looking to spend roughly the same as i did on the msd s (70-80 bucks for 8) Just curious what you guys think i should give a look for the best bang for the buck -- img://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/12/web/600000-600999/600709_139_full.jpg 2009-05-09 22:17:03 blade369 1 387 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74443#74444 -0-5--2009 9: 2:2: AM Calaban007 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74440 i need a detailed diagram for pre 89 tpi trans am or some one to tell me exactly where the relays are powered from 2009-05-09 17:06:30 taz44410 1 412 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74440#74442 -0-5--2009 9: 1:7: AM Pocket http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=70157 I drop springs, front strut tower brace, sway bars, and sub frame connectors. Would like opinions on brands (whose good and whose not) and if people think i might be going overboard with some of the upgrades. Thanks 2009-05-09 08:51:28 yellowirocz 15 1070 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=70157#74438 -0-5--2009 9: 0:8: AM Calaban007 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74428 Alright i have a 1989 trans am gta wit the 350 tuned port engine and 700r4 tranny. it got hit the other week while parked at a mall but was just a fender bender and still drove fine. my dad and i took off the bent fender and it sat in my garage for a couple days and after i got the new one on and started driving it around the check engine light came on and it started idling at or around 500 rpm, other than that it drove fine. so my dad tried to adjust the idle but whenever he puts it up just a h 2009-04-30 19:22:26 thepatriot91 1 395 http://www.fbody.com/cgi-bin/3gen/read.cgi?msgid=74428#74429 -0-4--2009 18: 1:9: PM Pocket